2008 Speeches
December 19, 2008
"Atkinson and Seffrin: Exemplars of Excellence at Indiana University"
Dinner Honoring 2008 Winter Honorary Degree Recipient and Commencement Speaker
Federal Room, IMU
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
December 4, 2008
"The Michael Maurer School of Law at Indiana University"
Moot Court Room, IU School of LawBloomington
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
November 20, 2008
"A Presidential Vision for an Internationalized Institution"
Hamilton Crown Plaza Hotel
Washington, D.C.
November 18, 2008
"Cultivating a Spirit of Collaboration"
University Gym
10th Street and the 45/46 Bypass, Northeast Corner
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
November 17, 2008
"A Century of Progress: IU School of Education"
Wright Education Building Atrium
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
November 7, 2008
"Searching for Truth on the Global Horizon: Academic Freedom and International Education"
Peking University
Beijing, China
October 28, 2008
"Announcement of New IU Athletic Director"
DeVault Alumni Center
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
October 25, 2008
"A Great History and an Auspicious Beginning: Group 43 (1968) to Group 43 (2007)"
Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
October 15, 2008
"A Campus Home at Indiana University Southeast"
University Center Commons (Tent)
IU Southeast
New Albany, Indiana
October 14, 2008
"Building Excellence at Indiana University: A Year of Progress"
State of the University
UPCC Auditorium, IUPUI
October 8, 2008
"A New Era of Visual Health: Dedicating the School of Optometry Eye Care Center"
Whittenberger Auditorium
Indiana Memorial Union
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
October 7, 2008
"The Glowing Promise of the Future: Indiana University and the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute"
Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute Groundbreaking Ceremony
(Tent outside) Fesler Hall
IUPUI
Indianapolis, Indiana
September 18, 2008
"Uniting Generations and Cultures: A Tribute to Hoagy Carmichael"
Dedication of Hoagy Carmichael Landmark Sculpture
IU Auditorium Foyer
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
August 27, 2008
"Finding a Place at Indiana University"
Freshman Introduction
IU Auditorium
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
August 21, 2008
"In the Service of Mankind: The IU Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center"
IU Simon Cancer Center Dedication
IUPUI Campus Center
IUPUI
Indianapolis, Indiana
August 1, 2008
"A Farewell Tribute to Ruth J. Person"
Ruth Person Farewell Reception
Alumni Hall
IU Kokomo
Kokomo, Indiana
August 1, 2008
"Cultivating Achievement, Success, and Excellence at Indiana University"
Summer Scholars Institute Closing Luncheon
Frangipani Room, Indiana Memorial Union
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
June 25, 2008
"The Life Sciences of Today and Tomorrow: 'Genes and Your Health'"
'Genes and Your Health Exhibit'
Gifting and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Science Central Museum
Fort Wayne, Indiana
June 17, 2008
"Indiana University: An Era of Progress"
Extract from remarks delivered at the IUAA DC Chapter Reception Honoring Bruce Cole with the President's Medal
Australian Embassy
Washington, D.C.
June 12, 2008
"Back Home Again in Indiana: Celebrating the Career of Curt Simic"
IU Foundation Board Dinner Honoring Curt Simic
Indiana University Auditorium
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
May 3, 2008
"Action, Passion, and Hope: A Foundation for Our Shared Future"
Spring Commencement 2008
Assembly Hall
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
May 2, 2008
"The Iron of Courage: President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf"
Honorary Degree Dinner
Federal Room, IMU
May 1, 2008
"Indiana University and Traditions of Leadership"
IU President Adam W. Herbert Portrait Unveiling
East Lobby Indiana Memorial Union
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
March 30, 2008
"The Transcendent Power of Liberal Education"
2008 Founders Day and Honors Convocation
Assembly Hall
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
March 27, 2008
"A Figure of Excellence: Peter G. Hall"
2008 Flury Memorial Lecture: Peter G. Hall
Rawles Hall 100
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
March 5, 2008
"From Pre-School to Med School and Beyond: Comprehensive Engagement in the Life of the State"
Kelley School of Business Annual Conference
Indiana Convention Center
Indianapolis, Indiana
March 4, 2008
"A History of Partnership: IU and Ivy Tech"
Announcement of “Statement of Mutual Purpose” by IU East and Ivy Tech Richmond
Indiana Statehouse
Indianapolis, Indiana
February 22, 2008
"Partnerships in Education and Industry: China, Indiana, and Indiana University"
Introduction of Ambassador Zhou Wenzhong
UPCC Auditorium
IUPUI Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana
February 18, 2008
"Investing in Community and Building Our Shared Future"
United Way Vanguard Leadership Reception
First Floor Lobby, Musical Arts Center
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
February 15, 2008
"Looking Towards a Brilliant Future"
University-Wide Celebration of Herbert Presidential Scholars
Alumni Hall, Indiana Memorial Union
IU Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana
February 13, 2008
"A United and Powerful Voice for Indiana University"
Hoosiers for Higher Education Statehouse Visit and Life Sciences Day
North Atrium, Indiana Statehouse
Indianapolis, Indiana
January 29, 2008
"Limitless Vision at Indiana University"
Optometry Eye Clinic Groundbreaking Ceremony
Atrium, Optometry Building
IU Bloomington
Blooomington, Indiana
January 21, 2008
"Social Justice, Education, and the Information Revolution"
City of Bloomington Martin Luther King Celebration
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Bloomington, Indiana
